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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1908
Page
1
A fragmented critique targets Bryan for not supporting farmers. The piece recalls the homestead act as a major factor in settling the West and notes Republican era actions tied to agricultural policy.
Harley Ketchum, a 16 year old, hired a wood black mare and showy trap from Joe Moffett's livery on West Fourth Street Sunday afternoon. The rig was not returned by midnight and remains missing. Moffett conducted a search and inquiries, but no solid leads have emerged as investigators pursue the case.
Wayne County Sheriff approves a rule barring jail inmates from voting at the county jail in the upcoming election. The edict notes that even if all prisoners were Taft and Watson supporters no votes will be cast at the jail. The sheriff cites the risk of fines being paid to secure votes and asserts inmates would not be released until polls close.
Obituary notes Mr Krieger dead and references to Bill Lindsly and O P Prospects. The article recounts Krieger's life with Anna Mary Proneyp, mentions his work, and lists survivors Henry Kramer jr and Josephine Collins plus five grandchildren. Plans for funeral and local impact described alongside political campaign comments by Pollard and ties to regional figures.
A speaker argues that Christianity and its spread are essential to the growth of modern civilization and self-government. He asserts the spirit of Christianity embodies democracy, equality before God and the law, and views missionary work as key to uplifting peoples Providence has entrusted to us.
Reading fragments show the McKenna brothers attempting to move a stubborn cow from country pens. The animal fought, collapsed, and refused to walk, prompting use of a heavy boot and a tangle of ropes before being subdued and led away.
Lloyd Phomnas, long employed by Roy Williams, died at William Huey’s Virginia Avenue home. He had arrived in the city about three weeks earlier to assist with construction work led by Charles Williams Jr. The report notes he contracted illness and died after several days, with his mother and other relatives in Dawine, Michigan, awaiting details for funeral arrangements.
Clarence Ward Studles, a famed steeplejack, is noted for a dangerous cross spire climb at St Gabriel’s Church. Spectators watched as he dangled over a hundred fifty feet above ground with frail supports, recalling a woodpecker on a dead tree.
A volatile address in New York spurs warnings of unrest as party leaders clash over policy. The speaker urges decisive action to curb hate and prevent repeats of past horrors while stressing unity and lawful process amid volatile national tensions.
Fragmented OCR text hints at a local political story involving figures named Powis and Joh det, with references to a national committee and city outrages. The garbled lines suggest a conflict over money, influence, and appointments. No clear dates, places, or outcomes are discernible.
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